After and Ahead of

After

After preposition - Subsequent to in time or order.
Usage example: the brass band came right after the mayor in the parade

Ahead of is an antonym for after.

Ahead of

Ahead of preposition - Earlier than.
Usage example: we were cautioned not to fill out any of the test answers ahead of time
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Synonyms for Ahead of

After is an antonym for ahead of.
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